A student of A Level English Literature should enjoy the process of close reading of literary texts and group discussion. Girls will recognise the value and importance of background and critical reading and develop the skills of structuring essays and supporting opinions both in written and oral work.
Candidates should have at least a grade 6 in GCSE English Literature. They need skills of literary analysis and should be able to express themselves both verbally and in writing. They should love reading and be prepared not only to read widely but also to discuss texts in some detail, analysing, evaluating and appreciating the different writers’ techniques. Candidates should also be prepared to research writers’ lives and what has influenced their writing and the context in which the various texts were produced. For lovers of literature, this will be a very fulfilling and interesting course but it is also challenging, as there is plenty of material and a number of skills to develop.
Paper 1—40% One written examination, part open book. 3 hours. Paper 2—40% One written examination, open book. 2 hours 30 minutes. Paper 3—20% One extended essay (2500 words) and a bibliography.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,192 - £17,133 |
| Address | Cardington Road, Bedford, MK42 0BX |
A student of A Level English Literature should enjoy the process of close reading of literary texts and group discussion. Girls will recognise the value and importance of background and critical reading and develop the skills of structuring essays and supporting opinions both in written and oral work.
Candidates should have at least a grade 6 in GCSE English Literature. They need skills of literary analysis and should be able to express themselves both verbally and in writing. They should love reading and be prepared not only to read widely but also to discuss texts in some detail, analysing, evaluating and appreciating the different writers’ techniques. Candidates should also be prepared to research writers’ lives and what has influenced their writing and the context in which the various texts were produced. For lovers of literature, this will be a very fulfilling and interesting course but it is also challenging, as there is plenty of material and a number of skills to develop.
Paper 1—40% One written examination, part open book. 3 hours. Paper 2—40% One written examination, open book. 2 hours 30 minutes. Paper 3—20% One extended essay (2500 words) and a bibliography.